CVE-2001-0166

Name: CVE-2001-0166
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-03-26T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.70%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0166 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Macromedia Shockwave Flash plugin version 8 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via malformed tag length specifiers in a SWF file.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Macromedia Shockwave Flash plugin version 8 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via malformed tag length specifiers in a SWF file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.70%

74.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Macromedia	Shockwave Flash Plugin	<= 8.0

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 26, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0166?

Macromedia Shockwave Flash plugin version 8 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via malformed tag length specifiers in a SWF file.

How severe is CVE-2001-0166?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0166 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0166?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2001-0166?

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Source: NVD / NIST